SINGAPORE, May 12, 2025 -- High-Trend International Group ("High-Trend" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: HTCO), a global ocean technology company that engages in international shipping services and new carbon neutral ocean technologies, today announced an update of its strategic plan regarding its Onboard Carbon Capture (OCC) systems to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) in the shipping industry. The Company is actively developing a business of providing carbon neutrality solutions for the shipping industry due to an expansive market opportunity as a result of heightened regulatory tr
TAITUNG, May 8, 2025 -- This summer, the Taitung County Government proudly welcomes an 11-member crew of traditional navigators from Palau, led by renowned master navigator Sesario Sewralur, departed on April 20 aboard the Alingano Maisu—a traditional Polynesian voyaging canoe—navigating without modern instruments. Guided by stars, ocean swells, and currents, the crew is expected to arrive in Lanyu on May 8 and Taitung's Cidong community on May 10, marking a significant milestone in a cross-Pacific cultural exchange between Taiwan and Palau. This initiative centers on the theme
BRISBANE, Australia, May 8, 2025 -- Allianz Partners Australia has launched a new cruise-specific travel insurance product in collaboration with Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). The latest offering allows NCL customers to conveniently get a quote and purchase travel insurance directly through the cruise line's website when booking their journey. Allianz Partners' Cruise Travel Insurance offers essential benefits, such as onboard medical and evacuation coverage, protection for cabin confinement, and formal wear coverage for NCL travellers. Traditionally offered as an add-on
SMILENEWS365 문용민 기자 | Most decarbonisation efforts in the maritime sector currently focus on updating the fleet with new ships and on transitioning to green fuels, which leave the shipowners with few options to meet emissions targets UK-based Alisha Fredriksson (Sweden/Canada) and Roujia Wen (China) founded Seabound, a startup that builds retrofittable carbon capture system that traps CO₂ from ship exhausts The team is among top ten innovators of the Young Inventors Prize, to be awarded by the European Patent Office (EPO) on 18 June 2025 MUNICH, May 8, 2025 -- According t
ISTANBUL, May 7, 2025 -- Kinetics, a new energy company launched by Karpowership specializing in floating LNG assets and renewable energy, has announced two strategic investments to drive innovation and decarbonization in the energy, maritime and mining sectors. These moves underscore the company's long-term commitment to accelerating the transition to sustainable energy solutions. Kinetics has co-invested in a $20 million Series A financing round for Exterra, a Canada-based cleantech waste-to-value leader. The investment will enable Exterra to advance its flagship Hub I proj
LONDON, May 7, 2025 -- Singapore's Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) and Windward Ltd, a leading US-based maritime AI company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on Maritime Artificial Intelligence (AI) research and development to address emerging threats and trends at sea. The partnership will explore efforts to enhance the Singapore Armed Forces' maritime domain capabilities through digital technologies. The MOU will also cover talent development initiatives through exchange programmes and internship opportunities at Windward, allowing DSTA engi
National AV Solutions Becomes Kaleidescape Marine Distributor MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., May 1, 2025 -- Kaleidescape, maker of the ultimate movie platform, today announced National AV Solutions as the distributor for Australia and New Zealand's vibrant marine market, delivering unparalleled entertainment experiences to luxury marine, yacht, and superyacht owners. "Australia and New Zealand have a thriving yachting community that demands the very best in onboard entertainment," said Priscilla Morgan, president and chief operating officer, Kaleidescape. &q
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, April 23, 2025 -- OceanQuest, a not-for-profit foundation dedicated to deep ocean exploration, has officially launched in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With a mission to accelerate ocean discovery, drive innovation, and foster international cooperation while engaging the public, OceanQuest is set to significantly accelerate deep ocean research and knowledge sharing. The foundation supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by spearheading innovation in ocean exploration and advancing sustainable development. OceanQuest is set to contribute to the Kingdom's Nat
SMILENEWS365 문용민 기자 | New Documentary Explores Hong Kong's Forgotten Oyster Reefs and Their Role in Securing a Sustainable Future HONG KONG, April 22, 2025 -- This Earth Day (April 22, 2025) marks the online launch of a groundbreaking documentary, City of Shells: Our Forgotten Oyster Reefs (香江遺礁), which sheds light on this lost marine habitat and the urgent efforts to restore it. Produced and directed by Mike Sakas, the film follows researchers, historical ecologists, and restoration scientists as they explore the vital role oyster reefs played in Hong Kong's history and economy, high
LONDON, April 16, 2025 -- Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced it has entered into an agreement to purchase The MECO Group Limited (MECO), subject to regulatory approval. Founded in 1974, MECO is a leading, independent specialist marine managing general agent (MGA) based out of London, Dubai and Shanghai. It specialises in providing marine insurance products and services to a diverse range of global marine clients, including charterers and traders, shipowners and entities engaged in maritime operations and global supply chains. I